Fairview Park

Recently moved to the area and it’s great having a park so nearby. But one thing I don’t understand is why there are no street lights. It’s pitch black in the early evenings in winter and not safe to walk through. Even if they had lights through the main path that would be enough. Are there other city parks with no street lighting?

Great place for 15 – 20 mins. running.
It’s quite small, great for some football or GAA training. Nice for kids. If you have 3 – 8 year old, bring him/​her over there and have great time.

I live very close to this park now. Just moved into the area, and went down on a nice sunny Saturday evening. It was great to see all the kids on the skate board ramps, and in the new playground area. The atmosphere was great.
Went home quick to put on my training gear, and ran a few (slow) laps. There were loads of teams out practicing and playing football, people throwing frizbees, cycling, sitting around, walking dogs. It was great.
Love having such a cool amenity close by, and will always opt for a run about here if the weather permits (otherwise its into Westwood Gym next door, lol)

I live next to this park and it has been a great neighbor. I love the city life but I love when there are some green spots that I can take advantage of and this is one of the nicest green spaces in my neighborhood.
I work out several times a week in this part, rain or shine and I sometimes come here to for a stroll and some times just to pass through and every time it feels like a breath of fresh air.
It is a great park for sports, there are always sports going on somewhere in the park and it is filled with playgrounds. And I am excited to see the changes they are making to the park at the moment. The park is always very well kept and even though I see countless dog walkers in the area I have never seen dog poop in the grass which I find very strange since I have come to know Dublin as a city where dog poop has taken over. So thanks to all of the dog walkers in the park.
The only thing I find a little sad is that it is so close to the dart station and you can not avoid hearing the trains come by, luckily they are not as frequent as a New York subway train.

There are far too many pit bulls off the lead for my liking — out for a walk, one rogue one jumped up at us, barking manically. «Don’t worry,» called his prone owner from his position on a hillock. «He won’t do anything to you, he’s grand.» I would hate to see either of them on a bad day.
The need for constant vigilance aside, there are plenty of playing pitches and basketball courts for the sports-​minded, as well as pleasant tree-​lined paths for those out for a stroll.

Fairview Park is one of my favourite parks in Dublin. Located outside the city centre in Fairview, it’s mostly frequented by people in the neighbourhood but I think more people should go out of their way to discover this park.
Its sheer size makes it the perfect place for an afternoon stroll. If you’re not the walking type, there are plenty of greens where people play sports. If you just want to relax, there are quiet areas in the park to have a picnic or read a book.
The park is beautiful in the summer when the trees are in full bloom and there’s plenty of shade. A lot of people walk their dogs on the footpaths and others bring their children to play in the jungle gym.
It’s not too far from the shops so if you forget to bring anything, chances are you can find it across the street. Overall, it’s the best place for a lazy afternoon.

I used to coach a girls soccer team and they would play their games here, a beautiful setting to play a match even if we lost more than we won.
The great thing about the park is the footbridge that takes you over the road. It also faces into a selection of coffee shops and eateries. There is about 20 hectures to it, so plenty of space to relax of play.

I walk through Fairview Park every day without fail. It’s a lovely expanse of greenery which bridges the gap between North Strand and Clontarf (the gap being the suburb of Fairview).
The park has a fairly substantial playground area, so is ideal for families. There’s also lots of space so you could claim a whole area of the park for a family picnic, rather than just the tuft of grass you’d be allowed at Stephens Green.
Tree-​lined pedestrian and bike pathways traverse the park, which makes it a popular route for commuters and cyclists on their way into the city or out to Clontarf Promenade.
There is always something interesting to see in Fairview Park — last week I witnessed an awe-​inspiring tai chi session, and on occasion I’ve stopped to watch hurling matches and boot camp training. It’s not really a ‘destination’ park, but if you happen to be in the area, it’s definitely worth taking a picnic.

If you are looking for a nice place for a summer lunch in Dublin 3, the Fairview Park is just perfect! It’s not far from the centre and very green.